India’s space agency on Monday released images its spacecraft took of the far side of the moon as it headed for an attempted landing on the lunar south pole, just days after the failure of a Russian lander. The Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) Chandrayaan-3 spacecraft had been in a race with Russia to be… Continue reading Moon landing anticipation builds for India after Russia’s crash
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Russia’s Luna-25 spacecraft crashes into the moon
Russia’s Luna-25 spacecraft crashed into the moon after it spun into an uncontrolled orbit, the country’s Roscosmos space agency said Sunday. The pilotless spacecraft was aiming to be the first ever to land on the south pole of the moon, an area where scientists believe there could be important reserves of frozen water and precious… Continue reading Russia’s Luna-25 spacecraft crashes into the moon
Massive explosion at gas station in Russia’s Dagestan kills 35
A massive explosion at a gas station in Russia’s southern republic of Dagestan killed 35 people and injured scores more, Russian officials said Tuesday. Russia’s Health Ministry said 115 people were injured in the blast and subsequent fire, and 35 of them died, including three children. A total of 65 of those injured, including 16… Continue reading Massive explosion at gas station in Russia’s Dagestan kills 35
How U.S. microchips are fueling Russia’s military — despite sanctions
Western microchips used to power smartphones and laptops are continuing to enter Russia and fuel its military arsenal, new analysis shows. Trade data and manifests analyzed by CNBC show that Moscow has been sourcing an increased number of semiconductors and other advanced Western technologies through intermediary countries such as China. In 2022, Russia imported $2.5 billion worth… Continue reading How U.S. microchips are fueling Russia’s military — despite sanctions
Niger’s junta rulers ask for help from Russia’s Wagner mercenary group
Niger’s new military junta has asked for help from the Russian Wagner mercenary group as the deadline nears for it to release the country’s ousted president or face possible military intervention by the West African regional bloc, according to an analyst. The request came during a visit by one of the coup leaders, Gen. Salifou… Continue reading Niger’s junta rulers ask for help from Russia’s Wagner mercenary group